Carissa

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Carissa

Description Carissa is a genus of flowering plants in the dogbane family, Apocynaceae, that comprises about 30 species of shrubs and small trees. These evergreen or semi-evergreen plants are native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. Some species of Carissa are popular as ornamental plants, while others are used for medicinal and culinary purposes. Taxonomic Information…